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Mike Touchstone on how to elevate your EMS career

In this episode, host Chris Cebollero is joined by guest host Mike Touchstone, past president of NEMSMA, to talk about the foundations of professionalism

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In this episode, host Chris Cebollero is joined by guest co-host Mike Touchstone, who previously served as president of the National EMS Management Association and recently retired as the deputy paramedic chief of the Philadelphia Fire Department. Touchstone outlines the foundations of professionalism in your career, including the integration of your personal values, how to develop a personal strategic plan and how to advance to the next level of your EMS career. For good measure, Touchstone also offers a few tips on developing a national presence through professional writing and speaking on EMS issues at conferences.


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